Slate News What Next: The Olympics Meet the Culture Wars
Aug 8, 2024
Rose Eveleth, a reporter and host of NPR's Tested, dives into the controversy surrounding women's boxing at the Olympics. She discusses the experiences of boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting, who faced intense scrutiny over gender identity. The conversation tackles the complicated politics of gender testing, cultural biases, and the implications of anti-trans sentiments in sports. Eveleth highlights the societal challenges female athletes endure, revealing how they often become symbols of broader cultural conflicts, overshadowing their sporting achievements.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
Women's Boxing at the Paris Olympics
01:28 • 4min
Gender and Governance in Sports
05:41 • 6min
Disqualification and Gender Politics in Sports
11:21 • 7min
Unearthing the History of Gender Testing in the Olympics
18:19 • 3min
Gender Testing in Sports: A Controversial Legacy
21:15 • 6min
Women Athletes Caught in Cultural Conflicts
26:46 • 3min